AFFORDABLE 3-DAY ANIMAL SAFARI KENYA - WILDLIFE TOURS

SAFARI OVERVIEW

ANIMAL SAFARI KENYA DESCRIPTION

Want to grant yourself a first-class rest in the African wilderness full of delightful moments and vivid impressions? Looking for the cheapest  3-Day Masai Mara safari animals offer for individuals, families, and small groups? Take the time to study 3-day low-budget animal safari Kenya packages from Bon Voyage Safaris. We are the experienced safari travel agents that organize second-to-none comfortable trips to the heart of the Masai Mara National Reserve. With our 3-Day Masai Mara wildlife safari, you’ll discover the astonishing scenery of Kenya and the magical world of numerous animal species inhabiting one of the most remote and mysterious places on our planet. There’s no doubt that you will never forget the unique experience you get with our most affordable animal safari Kenya.     

Masai Mara Safari Animals Offer: What’s Inside

Pick one of the best Kenya wildlife safari tours to Masai Mara from Nairobi. We offer an affordable 3, 2/7 small group tours for 3 Days with our wildlife tour operator and guides. Book your wildlife trip today to let us organize your rest according to the highest quality standards. Our professional tour operators and travel/driver guide provide ideally planned animal safari Kenya budget tours in 2, 4, 5/6 people small group sharing for the big 5 animal safaris. Our Masai Mara safari operators and wildlife tour guides focus on a perfect 3-day Kenya budget camping wildlife safari destinations.

With Bon Voyage Safaris, you have a unique chance to visit everything from Ol Pejeta Wildlife Conservancy, which is the sanctuary for great apes and almost extinct northern white rhinos to the Samburu game reserve situated on the banks of the Ewaso Ng'iro River. You can also see the remarkable Lake Nakuru Park that attracts thousands of visitors with a significant number of flamingos lining along the shore and the Masai Mara Wildlife Triangle that is known for its large mammals like the black rhino, Cape buffalo, bearded wildebeest, leopard, and Masai Mara lions.

Enlighten your3-Day Masai Mara wildlife safaris with the superb arrays of plants and Masai Mara safari birds; migrants and birds of prey including secretary birds, hornbills, crowned cranes, predatory herons, long-crested eagles with the terrific sights of the starlit savannas and undulating rift valley hills unwind into the hazy blue skies. Succumb to the opulence of our thrilling budget wildlife game drive by 4 x 4 land cruiser safari jeeps and sensational hot air balloon wildlife safaris in Kenya for tremendous aerial views.

PLANNING A SMALL GROUP VACATION TO MASAI MARA?

Book the best 3-day Masai Mara Sopa Lodge Safari tour powered by Bon Voyage Kenya Safaris! Sopa Lodge Kenya Masai Mara destination is a great option for people of all ages. Both adults and kids are guaranteed to have a highly entertaining, memorable trip. Three days is ample opportunity to explore Masai Mara's wildlife with a family/small group tour. Bon voyage safari guides will build the best itinerary for your small group vacation with the most affordable offers.

• A private small group safari of 2 people $ 499 per person, 3 people $ 430 per person
• Private family/small group safari of 4 people $ 430 per person, 6 people $ 380 per person
• Infants & kids under the age of 3years – Free of charge
• Kids between the age of 3 - 12years – Pay 75% of the adult rate

CHEAP PLACES TO VISIT IN MASAI MARA WHEN YOU ARE LOW ON BUDGET

Wondering which are the cheapest places in Masai Mara to visit? Whether you are a student or a working professional, Masai Mara is a destination that will be easy on your pockets. There are plenty of absolutely gorgeous cheapest places in Masai Mara National Reserve that you can go to with almost nothing in your wallet and still have the time of your life.

Check out below the list of best places that you can visit in Masai Mara on a budget. All of these places have something for everyone at whatever budget.

Mara Triangle: The Best Of 4x4 Game Drives At The Least Of Cost

Mara Triangle is one of the popular wildlife destinations that is visited by families and small groups. This is among the cheapest places in Masai Mara that happen to be a great escape during the 3-Day Animal Safari Kenya. The Mara Triangle is the southwestern part of the Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya. This area is filled to the brim with herds of the Great Migration exhibiting the finest natural phenomena from the preserved savannah wilderness. This Area is easily accessible via roads, and hence, is not too heavy on the pockets. The best thing is that the 4x4 game drives here begin at only $20 per day. 

Mara River: Economical 3-Day Getaway

The Mara River offers an easy and cheap 3-day animal safari Kenya getaway if you're from Nairobi. From affordable hikes to cheap boat rides, this waterway of Masai Mara gives a lot away and demands little in return. Mara River offers various options for wildlife sightseeing and a variety of guided nature walks at incredibly low prices. The aquatic birds, the hippos, the hippos of the river, & a view of the larger carnivores (lions and crocodiles) to prey on herbivores…..you can experience all of these with almost empty pockets. To add, forested banks of the Mara River also offer ideal bird habitat, especially near puddles of water during the heat of the day.

Maasai Village: Maasai shuka for free and souvenirs on sale all year round

Maasai shuka and more Maasai shuka. Every kind of cotton plaid fabric is available here, made locally and sold at rates lower than the gift shops in Nairobi! 

Famed for being home to of Africa's oldest tribes, Maasai people are a community around Masai Mara that is as authentic as it can get in terms of traditions and heritage. This quaint village hosts a daily village dance which is visited by xenophiles from all over the world. There are several thousands of wildlife enthusiasts that pay a visit to Maasai people, the village, as it is tagged. One can hear the songs and dance around every corner of the villages. Sit by the tall grass, sipping on cow blood, and witnessing the people of Maasai just living their lives in a hustle. To add, if you love those accessories with your outfits, do keep a lookout for oxidised silver jewelry that doesn’t cost a dime either!

AFFORDABLE 3-DAY ANIMAL SAFARI KENYA: ITINERARY 2020/2021

DAY 1: NAIROBI TO MASAI MARA OPEN-SIDE JEEP TOUR

Upon your arrival at the airport in Nairobi, you will be welcomed by Bon Voyage Kenya safari tour representative and will be transferred to Masai mara National reserve on a small group 4x4 open-sided safari jeep. On arrival, check in to the Masai Mara Sopa Lodge. Your 3-Day Animal Safari Kenya budget tour offers you with an opportunity to explore and drive in Masai Mara and take in its amazing wildlife sightings and stunning views across open plains.

As the night falls, you can return to your Safari Lodge for a comfortable overnight stay.

• Overnight (Full Board): Masai Mara Sopa Lodge

DAY 2: FULL-DAY MASAI MARA WILDLIFE TOURS ON A BUDGET

Relish an early morning breakfast at your Masai Mara Sopa Lodge and start early for your 4x4 road trip to Mara Triangle, a dazzling southwestern part of the Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya. 

Your 3-Day Animal Safari Kenya budget tour package gives you the freedom to immerse yourself in the rich heritage of the Mara Triangle region.

Mara Triangle is well known for its amazing wildlife - the Big Five game (lion, leopard, rhinoceros, Cape buffalo and elephant), giraffe, leopards, and migratory birds. As part of your budget-friendly 3-Day animal safari Kenya itinerary, you will visit the sparkling and green Talek River along with the magnificent Oloololo escarpment. You will also explore the beauty & charm of the slow-moving Mara River of Masai Mara. Bask in the glory of these historical migrations sites of the white-bearded wildebeest and take some amazing snaps.

                  
• Views of zebras in Masai Mara                     -4x4 open-sided jeep tour in Masai Mara

In the evening, take a stroll in the lively villages (enkangs) of Maasai people and experience the ancient cultures and traditions of the Maasai tribe.

Later, you will head back to your Safari Lodge for an appetizing meal and stay.

Tip: While in Maasai villages, do not forget to purchase some souvenirs to carry home.

• Overnight (Full Board): Masai Mara Sopa Lodge

DAY 3: MASAI MARA, LAKE NAIVASHA BOAT TOUR - NAIROBI

Your low-budget animal safari Kenya ends today. After a lovely breakfast, it is time to check out of the Masai Mara Sopa Lodge and proceed to Lake Naivasha (optional). At about 11 am, we enjoy boat ride at Lake Naivasha, which is a favorite place for viewing cormorants drying their wings, hippos, giraffe, and many different types of birds (Pink Backed Pelicans, Herons, Colourful Kingfishers, and Fish Eagles) on Crescent Island. After lunch, we proceed to Nairobi. You may transfer to the hotel or airport to catch your flight back home.

Arrival time in Nairobi: At about 0345 HRS.

You will board a flight for home with unforgettable fun memories from the 3-Day animal safari Kenya budget tour.

• Drop off at the Airport/ hotel within Nairobi.

WHAT ANIMALS CAN I SEE IN MASAI MARA?

As Kenya's leading safari tour destination, Masai Mara National Reserve guarantees plenty of 4x4 game driver and wildlife spotting. You can see a wide variety of animals in Masai Mara during your 3-day animal safari Kenya budget tours including the largest land animal Elephant, Rhino, Cheater, Cape Buffalo, Wildebeest, Zebra, Thomson's gazelle, and many more. 

Find out what animals you can discover in this magnificent place on a 3-day Animal Safari Kenya.

Big Five

Our 3-Day animal safari Kenya is famous for offering travellers budget-friendly 4x4 game drives and a chance to see Masai Mara Big Five game: lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and Cape buffalo in their natural habitat. You will be able to view the big five animals while staying in a budget tented camp and saving some money on Masai mara accommodation.

Animals of the Great Migration

During the months of July to September, the starlit savannah is well punctuated with over 1.5 million white-bearded wildebeest and 250,000 zebra and antelopes that migrate from the Serengeti in Tanzania to the Masai Mara in Kenya in search of food and water, crossing the Mara River on their way. Although they are a food source for big cats, their speed can rival that of a predator. Book this 3-day low-budget animal safari Kenya from Bon Voyage Safaris and enjoy superb 3 days great migration views in the Masai Mara National Reserve.

Cheetah

The Masai Mara National Reserve is considered to be one of the best places in Kenya to see cheetahs in the open grasslands. With our 3-Day animal safari Kenya, you’ll discover all power, infinity, and sheer beauty of the abundant Masai Mara cheetah. You’ll plunge into the mystery of the Masai Mara cheetah, see the world's fastest land animal, capable of reaching speeds of up to 95 km/h (60 mp/h) in only three seconds with your own eyes, and low budget 4x4 open-sided jeep game drives. Everything you have to do to get this exceptional wildlife experience is just to join us for the cheapest Masai Mara wildlife safari in Africa for families and small groups!

Birds

With over 470 bird species, Masai Mara offers good bird-watching opportunities throughout the year, but the best time for birders is from November to April. That's when astonishing birds like the African grey crowned crane fly into the region. During this period many species birds (Secretary Birds, Hornbills, Vultures, Marabou Storks, and Ostriches) can be seen. A common bird, the grey crowned crane likes to inhabit wetter areas situated near Mara River. Join our 3-day low-budget animal safari Kenya and explore Masai Mara the way you want to with your own private ornithologist guide from Bon Voyage Safaris.

Take this 3-day low-budget animal safari Kenya from Bon Voyage Safaris to Masai Mara for the views of the Majestic big five animals (lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and Cape buffalo). Capture great Masai Mara wildlife safari moments with millions of wildebeests, antelopes, giraffes, zebras, and game birds in a natural world. Venture in our cheapest 3 days 4x4 open-sided jeep tours to this touristy destination and wallow in the spellbinding drama of natural section and supereminent photo sessions for the most affordable animal safari Kenya memories at Masai Mara National Reserve.

6 PLACES FOR THE BEST WILDLIFE EXPERIENCE IN MASAI MARA

Masai Mara has very rich and diverse wildlife and has always drawn the attention of wildlife enthusiasts and safari goes from around the globe. From the savannah plains in the south, the grassy plains in the west, to the rolling hills in the north, Masai Mara is home to a number of wildlife conservancies. These places offer some of the best wildlife experiences to families and small groups. Here’s a list of the places you should visit on a 3-Day animal safari Kenya this year for their exquisite wildlife in Masai Mara.

1. MARA TRIANGLE

Located in the southwestern part of the Maasai Mara National Reserve, Mara Triangle is managed by the not-for-profit organisation The Mara Conservancy. The wildlife and nature lovers enjoy exploring the plain surroundings of the area through their 3-day animal safari Kenya budget tours. This is also a great place for bird watching and you can spot birds like ostrich, secretary, and hornbill.

Things to do:

• Get to know more about the annual migration of wildebeest, gazelle, and zebra of Masai Mara with a 4x4 open-sided jeep tour such as Northern small group jeep tour, which takes about four hours and presents the core of the area and its fantastic, well-preserved savanna animals.
• Visit Mara Triangle to enjoy the small group 4x4 open-sided jeep tour and view some of the local wildlife, including more than 300 bird species, Rosy-breasted Longclaw, Secretarybird, Kori Bustard and Southern Ground Hornbill. Free activities include bird watching, a search for double-horned rhinoceros, and five cheetahs of Masai Mara.

 Species to see:

• Ostrich
• Southern Ground Hornbill
• Double-horned rhinoceros
• Cheetah

2. MARA RIVER

Mara River, a waterway in the Mara Region that lies across the migration path of ungulates in the Masai Mara National Reserves. Over the last few years, the place has emerged as a popular great migration sighting spot. Our cheapest Masai Mara wildlife safari in Africa for families and small groups offers a 3-day 4x4 open side jeep tour to Masai Mara for migration safari exploring the Mara River crossing, you also will visit Talek River. The river is also home to many water birds.

Things to do:

• Visit the Mara River with a local guide to learn about the most important Animals Migration site in East Africa - including a special exhibit & report on geat wildebeest migration.
• budget-friendly outdoor activities are offered year-round at Mara River in Masai Mara; our 3-day low-budget animal safari Kenya, includes small group nature walks, bird watching, and an introduction to canoeing for young children.
• Explore aquatic wildlife (crocodiles, hippos, and wetland birds) of Mara River by open boat or affordable four-person canoe.

Species to see:

• Wildebeest
• Hippopotamus
• Wetland birds

3. MARA NORTH CONSERVANCY

Mara North Conservancy in Masai Mara is also one of the cheapest Masai Mara wildlife safari places in Africa for families and small groups. Situated in the north-western zone, bordering the Maasai Mara National Reserve in the south of Kenya, Mara North Conservancy which is a part of the larger Maasai Mara ecosystem is home to a large number of lions, cheetahs, leopards, buffalos, hyenas, elephants, crocodiles, wild dogs, giraffes, hippopotamus, and over 450 bird species. If you are lucky during your 3-day animal safari Kenya budget tours, you may spot a zebra, gazelle or wildebeest as well.

Things to do:

• Enjoy early morning game drives, afternoon game drives, full-day game drives, and thrilling night drives.
• Game walks with armed local guides are arranged for those who wish to experience the magnitude of the Mara savannah on foot.
• Small group/ family bush breakfasts, lunches, or dinners are arranged in beautiful and carefully selected areas.

Species to see:

• Lion
• Hippopotamus
• Cheetah

4. OLARE MOTOROGI CONSERVANCY

Olare Motorogi Conservancy offers one of the cheapest wildlife places in Masai Mara to experience the most adventurous 3-Day animal safari Kenya. This conservancy is located near Masai Mara and was previously a famous habitat for a vast number of wildlife species. Now a wildlife conservancy, this ara is most famous for its 4x4 small group game drive and bird watching tour.

 Things to do:

• Some Lodges in Olare Motorogi Conservancy offers free guided nature walks. Kids aged 7 to 12 can sign up for the Junior Wildlife Program to learn about wildlife and Nature in Masai Mara.
• Visit Olare Motorogi Conservancy to enjoy the trails and view some of the local wildlife, including more than 450 bird species, black rhinos, elephants, and Maasai paintings on a 4x4 open-sided small group safari jeep.

 Species to see:

• Leopard
  
• Elephant
• Black rhino

5. MARA NABOISHO CONSERVANCY

The Mara Naboisho Conservancy in Masai Mara is best known for its big cats - in impressive numbers - and herds of giraffe, elephant, and wildebeest. Mara Naboisho tourism is synonymous with Big Cats (lions, cheetahs, and leopards). If you want to enjoy an exciting safari and catch a good look at the king of the jungle, then head straight to Mara Naboisho Conservancy. Experience the perfect big cat viewing safari in 3-day low-budget animal safari Kenya with Bon Voyage Safaris.

Things to do:

• Visit the Maasai village to learn about distinctive customs and dress - including a full demonstration on how to create fire without matches or lighters by the Maasai Men.
• On the last day, from 5 to 9 am, take a low-cost balloon safari over Masai Mara landscapes to enjoy wildlife views with a flight certificate and souvenir photo included in the balloon safari price.

Species to see:

• Big Cats: Lions, Cheetahs, and Leopards)
• Giraffe
• Elephant
• Wildebeest
• Birds: Von der Decken's hornbills, White-Headed Buffalo-Weavers, Northern White-Crowned Shrike, Pigmy Falcon, and Bush Pipits.

6. OL KINYEI CONSERVANCY

This conservancy has the largest population of lions in Masai Mara. Cheetahs are frequently seen and it is not rare to come across large numbers of elephants as well as giraffe and Cape buffalo. This conservancy has achieved great success with its wildlife conservation projects.

Things to do:

• The escorted guide walks with the local expert Maasai guides.
• Morning, evening, and late-night 4x4 game drives.
• Take one of several free-guided private small group tours of Ol Kinyei Conservancy - start by getting to know the grassy southern plains and its wildlife, then venture to the conservancy's southern habitat for lion pride sightseeing tour to discover pride's territory cubs.

Species to see:

• Lion
• Leopard
• Cheetah
• Giraffe
• Elephant

FREE OR CHEAP THINGS TO DO IN MASAI MARA

Enjoy another side of nature in Masai Mara by taking off on a scenic walk and trek.

1. 4X4 GAME DRIVES (OPEN-SIDE JEEP TOUR)

Enjoy another side of nature in Masai Mara by taking off on a scenic walk and trek.

2. WITNESS THE GREAT WILDEBEEST MIGRATION

Enjoy another side of nature in Masai Mara by taking off on a scenic walk and trek.

3. JUST CHILL

Enjoy another side of nature in Masai Mara by taking off on a scenic walk and trek.

4. GUIDED NATURE WALKS

Enjoy another side of nature in Masai Mara by taking off on a scenic walk and trek.